Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does hog island mean?
Any poor town or out-of-the-way place.
Where does hog island come from?
Late 19th century, akin to hog waller and hog town.

How to pronounce hog island

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “hog island”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “hog island” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.